The most common and apparent symptom of Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia is memory loss. However, there are some cases when loved ones notice signs that appear before memory loss. If your loved one has no apparent signs of memory loss, it doesn’t...

A new way to examine age-related cognitive decline at home is now available. The test asks people to notice sounds and flashes on their phone or computer. It was developed by researchers from the UK and Switzerland and exhibits that the simple and economical test can...

Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have provided evidence last year that their method of diagnosing autism via a simple blood test had great potential. Now, their follow-up study that applied the test to children verifies the success of their original...

As people grow older the possibilities of declining health and getting plenty of different diseases also increase. Alzheimer’s is one example of this, which is a severe form of dementia. The person who has it experience confusion, memory loss, and a decline in...

If you have a loved one who has Alzheimer’s, you already know how much that could change your life. You know that you would have to do plenty of work just to make sure your loved one receives the care that he/she needs and can at least enjoy the remaining years of...

There are different programs that help kids with autism prepare for airline travel or give tips to families on how to go on a vacation with family members who have autism or a serious illness. The newly launched guide can take you on a virtual trip to a restaurant to...

Preserving excellent brain health involves multiple health areas and caring for yourself. This includes, having a healthy diet and lifestyle, stress management, and regular socialization. Dietary supplements may help in promoting brain health, but it’s best people...

Recent studies have found that decreasing the number of calories one person eats per day may have immense health benefits. Some have prevented the onset of age-related inflammation and others have exhibited reduced risks of age-related illnesses such as Alzheimer’s,...

Wandering presents many risks for people with Alzheimer’s and dementia. In fact, over 50 percent of people with Alzheimer’s will wander at some point. This potentially dangerous action is the cause of caregiver stress. However, caregivers can take action and be...

Caregiver burnout, stress, and constant senior care monitoring can take its toll on families. However, innovative tech devices, like wearable technology and smartphone apps are making a positive impact on quality in-home care. 34 Million American...